Example sentences of "[verb] [adv prt] [prep] the longer " in BNC.

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1 However , the performance of monocrystalline cells drops off with the longer wavelengths of light in this spectrum .
2 So , if you have to cope with recrimination , invidious comparisons and abuse from your son or daughter , take the long view and remain solid and safe ; it may be painful for you , but it will pay off in the longer term .
3 It may be considered that a three year period in 7.6.5 is too long and that two years is an adequate period for reinstatement to take place , but the landlord will probably hold out for the longer period .
4 The products will initially be manufactured in the US , though the possibility that Olivetti could one day manufacture them in Europe , for Europe , has not been ruled out in the longer term .
5 Note roughly how much you will have to take up on the longer line .
6 Managers are naturally biased towards projects showing a quick return , if they feel there is unlikely to be ex post settling up over the longer term .
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